Note
◆ When tightening the tensioning bolts -13-, the required tight-
ening torque (or the required tightening force) of 6 Nm is
reached once the two arrows on the torque wrench -11- are
exactly opposite each other.
Tighten the tensioning bolts -13- on both sides alternately to 6
Nm in two steps using the torque wrench -11-.
Caution
The claw fastener -10- must not unhook from the roof rail
during this process.
– Check that everything is in the correct position again by
tightening the tensioning bolts -13- on both sides to 6 Nm
using the torque wrench -11-.
– Close the cover flap -12-.
– Follow the same process to install the second roof bar.
WARNING
Check that the carrier units and the load to be transpor-
ted are securely attached:
◆ Before the start of every journey,
◆ After approx. 10 km of the journey,
◆ approx. every 300 km on good roads
◆ Frequently on poor roads (due to vibration),
◆ Regularly to make sure that there has been no move-
ment/displacement.
If the carrier units are not checked to make sure that they
are secure and to check whether any fasteners need
tightening, they could work loose and parts may there-
fore be lost, despite installation being carried out proper-
ly – risk of accident!
In the event of a change in position, drive at a reduced
speed until the next opportunity to stop safely and then
re-tighten the bolted connections and fixtures on the car-
rier units.
4.2
Installing the roof rack modules
– Secure roof rack modules in accordance with the relevant in-
stallation instructions for the roof rack module in question.
Installation instructions - Audi A4 (8W) Avant 2016 ►
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